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- CO 2 carbon dioxide
- Increasing carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) emissions poses significant challenges for many governments and industries. Reduction of CO 2 emissions may be approached through two main categories. One category is developing and expanding the utilization of resources that emit less CO 2 . The second category is utilization of the already emitted CO 2 for permanent storage underground.
- CCS Carbon capture and storage
- GHG greenhouse gas
- Geological formations include, but are not limited to, depleted oil and gas reservoirs, coal bed methane reservoirs, deep saline aquifers, and basaltic formations.
- CO 2 can be sequestered in geologic formations by four principal mechanisms: structural/stratigraphic trapping, capillary/residual trapping, solubility trapping, and mineral trapping. Safe and secure storage of CO 2 is a requirement of this technology. The effectiveness of sequestering CO 2 into deep reservoirs depends on the reservoir's storage capacity, its stability, and its risk of leakage. Injecting CO 2 into porous basalt rocks has been identified as a process for safe and fast CO 2 storage. Storing CO 2 in basalts is beneficial compared to sequestering CO 2 into deep saline aquifers or depleted oil and gas reservoirs. The benefits are accomplished due to the rapid mineralization of CO 2 into carbonates in basalts relative to that in other formations.
- CO 2 sequestration in basalts consists of capturing CO 2 by dissolving it in groundwater or seawater, followed by injecting the CO 2 -rich water into basalts. Once dissolved in water, CO 2 is no longer buoyant. The acidity of CO 2 -rich water accelerates metal release from Calcium (Ca)-Magnesium (Mg)-Iron (Fe) rich rocks, such as basalt, and formation of solid carbonate minerals. To enhance the efficiency of the mineralization process, CO 2 is co-injected with sufficient water downhole so that the gas is completely dissolved at the depth of its release into the target subsurface basalt.
- embodiments disclosed herein relate to a method for enhanced storage of carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) in geological formations.
- the method includes dissolving CO 2 in a low salinity fluid to form a CO 2 -brine solution.
- the low salinity fluid includes sodium (Na + ) ions and sulfate (SO 4 2 ⁇ ) ions.
- the CO 2 -brine solution is injected into a geological formation, and the CO 2 reacts with the geological formation to produce solid carbonate minerals for CO 2 sequestration.
- FIG. 1 illustrates injection of CO 2 and water into a geological formation in a CO 2 sequestration process according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 2 illustrates brine composition and salinity for a high salinity water (HSW) solution and three low salinity water (LSW) solutions according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
- HSW high salinity water
- LSW low salinity water
- FIG. 3 illustrates solubility of CO 2 in a HSW solution compared to a LSW solution according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
- FIG. 4 illustrates a process for enhanced CO 2 sequestration in geological formations according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
- embodiments disclosed herein relate to a method for enhanced storage of carbon dioxide (CO 2 ) in geological formations, such as reactive basaltic rocks (or basalt).
- CO 2 carbon dioxide
- Basalt contains approximately 25% by weight of calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and iron (Fe) oxides. Basalt is more reactive in water than sedimentary rocks. Therefore, the metals contained in basalts are readily available to combine with injected CO 2 to form carbonate minerals. As noted above, CO 2 is typically dissolved with sufficient water to maintain its solubility at downhole conditions (avoiding negative effects of CO 2 falling out of solution and becoming buoyant in the formation and CO 2 migration to the surface). This may result in an excess of water being used and a decrease in CO 2 sequestration efficiency.
- CO 2 ( 100 ) that has been captured, compressed, and transported to a well in a geological formation may be dissolved into water ( 102 ) (e.g., groundwater, seawater) during its injection into the geological formation ( 104 ), such as basalt.
- CO 2 bubbles ( 106 ) may be released from a pipeline ( 108 ) at a predetermined depth (e.g., 350 meters) within an injection well ( 110 ) and into the water ( 102 ) flowing down into the injection well ( 110 ).
- the dissolved CO 2 will not migrate up to the surface ( 112 ), because the dissolved CO 2 is not buoyant.
- the CO 2 rich water may accelerate metal release from basalt.
- CO 2 may be co-injected with a sufficient volume of fluid down the injection well ( 110 ), such that the CO 2 gas may be completely dissolved at the depth of its release into the target subsurface basalt. Increasing the amount of the dissolved CO 2 may enhance CO 2 storage in the geological formation ( 104 ).
- TDS total dissolved solids
- Bicarbonate is naturally produced by the reaction of CO 2 with water (H 2 O)
- the first step for this rock-fluid interaction is that carbonic acid (H 2 CO 3 ) can dissociate into bicarbonate (HCO 3 ⁇ ) and proton (H + ) ions, lowering the pH of water, as shown in equations (1) and (2) below.
- Divalent metal cations in the water may precipitate as carbonates (Ca, Mg, Fe)CO 3 as follows:
- Equation (3) occurs if the hydrogen ions are consumed by another reaction.
- Equations (4) and (5) below present two non-limiting examples of minerals that are commonly present in reactive basalts, including forsterite (Mg 2 SiO 4 ) and plagioclase (CaAl 2 Si 2 O 8 ).
- the consumption of the free hydrogen in the reactions releases new divalent metal cations into the water.
- the free cations then react with the CO 2 -water mixture (see equation (3)) to precipitate as carbonates.
- parameters that control the mineralization include presence of reactive minerals and formation of carbonic acid. Additionally, depth of the geological formation is another parameter. As depth increases, pressure increases and the CO 2 becomes dense. Eventually the solubility of CO 2 in brine is enhanced. Furthermore, temperature is another parameter that affects the mineralization process for CO 2 sequestration. The temperature enhances the reactivity, such that at high temperatures, CO 2 mineralizes faster.
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- a low salinity water (LSW) fluid more specifically a sulfate containing LSW fluid, may be effective for controlling these factors while increasing CO 2 solubility.
- Sulfate, or sulfate plus additional aqueous ions enhances CO2 solubility and may be effectively injected into and react with various basalt formations.
- CO 2 may be co-injected into basaltic formations with a low salinity brine fluid having specific aqueous ions according to one or more embodiments of the present disclosure.
- the low salinity brine fluid may act to increase the amount of the dissolved CO 2 , reduce the volume of water used, and expedite mineralization for enhanced CO 2 storage.
- the formulation of the low salinity solution such as the type of aqueous ions included and their amounts, may be adjusted based on the target basaltic formation and/or other conditions, as allowing for customization of the injection solution to enhance CO 2 sequestration.
- LSW solution is advantageous in an environment with limited water resources and/or to reduce water usage.
- the pH of the water decreases.
- a parameter that enhances the reactivity of carbonated water with rock minerals is the acidity of the water. As a result, it is expected that when more CO 2 is dissolved in water, reactivity and, thus, mineralization may be expedited.
- the method according to embodiments of the present disclosure may accelerate formation of solid carbonate minerals compared to existing injection solutions with the use of a specific low salinity solution that increases CO 2 solubility.
- use of the low salinity solution may enhance the efficiency of the mineralization process for CO 2 sequestration.
- the brine solutions evaluated include a high salinity water (HSW) solution and three low salinity water (LSW) solutions (LSW1, LSW2, LSW3).
- HSW high salinity water
- LSW low salinity water
- the table shows non-limiting examples of aqueous ions that may be utilized in preparing the LSW solution. As can be appreciated by one skilled in the art, other aqueous ions may also be used as additives to the LSW solution in addition to those listed in FIG. 2 .
- the HSW solution contains water and the following ions: sodium (Na + ), calcium (Ca 2+ ), magnesium (Mg 2+ ), sulfate (SO 4 2 ⁇ ), chloride (Cl ⁇ ), and bicarbonate (HCO 3 ⁇ ).
- LSW solution 1 includes only Na + and HCO 3 ⁇ ions.
- LSW solution 2 and LSW solution 3 include a combination of Na + , HCO 3 ⁇ , Ca 2+ , Mg 2+ , SO 4 2 ⁇ , and Cl ⁇ in different amounts.
- the composition of the LSW solutions in FIG. 2 are provided only as examples and are not intended to limit the types or amounts of ions that may be utilized. As shown in FIG.
- LSW solution 2 has a similar TDS value as LSW solution 1.
- the TDS value for LSW solution 3 is approximately 50% lower than the TDS of LSW solutions 1 and 2.
- Each of the LSW solutions presented in FIG. 2 has a TDS value significantly less than the TDS value of the HSW solution. (e.g., 57,670 parts per million (ppm) compared to 5,761 ppm).
- the salinity range for the LSW solution is 3,000 to 6,000 ppm TDS.
- the range of aqueous ions that may be used in preparing the LSW is as follows: sodium ions: 1,000 to 2,000 ppm; calcium ions: 10 to 100 ppm; magnesium ions: 25 to 250 ppm; sulfate ions: 200 to 4,000 ppm, and chloride ions: 1,500 to 3,500 ppm.
- FIG. 3 is a table illustrating computed results from geochemical modeling of CO 2 solubility in brine when an LSW solution is used compared to a HSW solution.
- the table lists CO 2 solubility values (in moles of CO 2 per kilogram (kg) brine) for an example LSW solution (LSW1 in FIG. 2 ) and an example HSW solution obtained at different pressures (14.7 psi, 500 psi, 1000 psi, 2000 psi, and 3000 psi).
- Different pressures were used in the experimental studies to show how pressure significantly affects solubility of CO 2 in water.
- density of CO 2 increases as well.
- the increase in CO 2 density decreases the difference between the water density and the CO 2 density. This decrease in the difference eventually reduces the surface tension between the water and the CO 2 .
- more CO 2 is expected to be dissolved in water as pressure increases.
- results in FIG. 3 show an increase in CO 2 solubility in brine when the LSW solution is used compared to the HSW solution at all pressures tested. Specifically, the results show a 27% increase in CO 2 solubility when the LSW solution is used. Thus, by changing the salinity of the solution, the solubility of CO 2 may be improved.
- the LSW solution may be prepared by adding a desired amount of Na 2 SO 4 salt to naturally available fresh water, such as lake water, river water, or reverse osmosis (RO) product water.
- Na 2 SO 4 salt may be added to and mixed with RO product water using specific mixing equipment at a facility near injection wells.
- shallow aquifer wells may be drilled, and groundwater may be produced and transported to the targeted field.
- mixing may occur near the injection wells using specific mixing equipment and facility. Water may be transported via pipelines from any suitable water location to injection wells.
- the LSW solution may be prepared by blending a small volume of sulfate-rich rejected stream (generated from the seawater treatment using nanofiltration) with fresh water.
- the sulfate ions precipitated from either seawater or produced water based on chemical precipitation methods may also be added to fresh water to prepare the LSW solution and subsequently dissolve larger volumes of CO 2 for injection into basaltic formations.
- the LSW solution may also be prepared by adding other ions, in any combination, to water as described below.
- FIG. 4 is a flow diagram illustrating the method for enhanced CO 2 sequestration in geological formations, such as basalt, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure.
- a CO 2 -brine solution is prepared by dissolving CO 2 in a low salinity fluid.
- the CO 2 -brine solution and the LSW solution refer to the same solution.
- the CO 2 -brine solution is injected into a geological formation, such as basaltic rock, in a step ( 402 ).
- the CO 2 -brine solution may be mixed and prepared immediately before injection.
- the CO 2 in the CO 2 -brine solution reacts with the geological formation to produce solid carbonate minerals.
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Abstract
Described is a method for enhanced carbon dioxide (CO2) sequestration in geological formations. The method includes dissolving CO2 in a low salinity fluid to form a CO2-brine solution. The low salinity fluid includes sodium (Na+) ions and sulfate (SO4 2−) ions. The CO2-brine solution is injected into a geological formation, and the CO2 reacts with the geological formation to produce solid carbonate minerals for CO2 sequestration.
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- Increasing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions poses significant challenges for many governments and industries. Reduction of CO2 emissions may be approached through two main categories. One category is developing and expanding the utilization of resources that emit less CO2. The second category is utilization of the already emitted CO2 for permanent storage underground.
- Carbon capture and storage (CCS) has emerged as a solution to counterbalance the greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. During CCS, the CO2 in the atmosphere is captured, compressed, transported, and eventually stored underground in geological formations. Geological formations include, but are not limited to, depleted oil and gas reservoirs, coal bed methane reservoirs, deep saline aquifers, and basaltic formations.
- CO2 can be sequestered in geologic formations by four principal mechanisms: structural/stratigraphic trapping, capillary/residual trapping, solubility trapping, and mineral trapping. Safe and secure storage of CO2 is a requirement of this technology. The effectiveness of sequestering CO2 into deep reservoirs depends on the reservoir's storage capacity, its stability, and its risk of leakage. Injecting CO2 into porous basalt rocks has been identified as a process for safe and fast CO2 storage. Storing CO2 in basalts is beneficial compared to sequestering CO2 into deep saline aquifers or depleted oil and gas reservoirs. The benefits are accomplished due to the rapid mineralization of CO2 into carbonates in basalts relative to that in other formations.
- CO2 sequestration in basalts consists of capturing CO2 by dissolving it in groundwater or seawater, followed by injecting the CO2-rich water into basalts. Once dissolved in water, CO2 is no longer buoyant. The acidity of CO2-rich water accelerates metal release from Calcium (Ca)-Magnesium (Mg)-Iron (Fe) rich rocks, such as basalt, and formation of solid carbonate minerals. To enhance the efficiency of the mineralization process, CO2 is co-injected with sufficient water downhole so that the gas is completely dissolved at the depth of its release into the target subsurface basalt.
- This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts that are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify key or essential features of the claimed subject matter, nor is it intended to be used as an aid in limiting the scope of the claimed subject matter.
- In one aspect, embodiments disclosed herein relate to a method for enhanced storage of carbon dioxide (CO2) in geological formations. The method includes dissolving CO2 in a low salinity fluid to form a CO2-brine solution. The low salinity fluid includes sodium (Na+) ions and sulfate (SO4 2−) ions. The CO2-brine solution is injected into a geological formation, and the CO2 reacts with the geological formation to produce solid carbonate minerals for CO2 sequestration.
- Other aspects and advantages of the claimed subject matter will be apparent from the following description and the appended claims.
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FIG. 1 illustrates injection of CO2 and water into a geological formation in a CO2 sequestration process according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. -
FIG. 2 illustrates brine composition and salinity for a high salinity water (HSW) solution and three low salinity water (LSW) solutions according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. -
FIG. 3 illustrates solubility of CO2 in a HSW solution compared to a LSW solution according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. -
FIG. 4 illustrates a process for enhanced CO2 sequestration in geological formations according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. - In one aspect, embodiments disclosed herein relate to a method for enhanced storage of carbon dioxide (CO 2) in geological formations, such as reactive basaltic rocks (or basalt).
- Basalt contains approximately 25% by weight of calcium (Ca), magnesium (Mg), and iron (Fe) oxides. Basalt is more reactive in water than sedimentary rocks. Therefore, the metals contained in basalts are readily available to combine with injected CO2 to form carbonate minerals. As noted above, CO2 is typically dissolved with sufficient water to maintain its solubility at downhole conditions (avoiding negative effects of CO2 falling out of solution and becoming buoyant in the formation and CO2 migration to the surface). This may result in an excess of water being used and a decrease in CO2 sequestration efficiency.
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FIG. 1 , CO2 (100) that has been captured, compressed, and transported to a well in a geological formation may be dissolved into water (102) (e.g., groundwater, seawater) during its injection into the geological formation (104), such as basalt. CO2 bubbles (106) may be released from a pipeline (108) at a predetermined depth (e.g., 350 meters) within an injection well (110) and into the water (102) flowing down into the injection well (110). The dissolved CO2 will not migrate up to the surface (112), because the dissolved CO2 is not buoyant. The CO2 rich water may accelerate metal release from basalt. Therefore, formation of solid carbonate minerals may also be accelerated. The storage of the CO2 as a mineral may immobilize the CO2 in the geological formation (104). To enhance the efficiency of the mineralization process, CO2 may be co-injected with a sufficient volume of fluid down the injection well (110), such that the CO2 gas may be completely dissolved at the depth of its release into the target subsurface basalt. Increasing the amount of the dissolved CO2 may enhance CO2 storage in the geological formation (104). - The solubility of CO2 in water is salinity dependent. As the salinity decreases, the CO2 solubility increases. Additionally, CO2 solubility in brine is a function of the total dissolved solids (TDS). TDS is a measure of the dissolved combined content of all inorganic and organic substances present in a liquid.
- Different parameters can affect the mineralization process for CO2 sequestration. As CO2 dissolves in brine, it decomposes into H+ and HCO3 −. Mineralization of CO2 into carbonate minerals occur from a combination of water-carbon dioxide mixtures and divalent metal cations (Ca2+, Mg2+, Fe2+). These cations are present in formation waters but constitute dilute concentrations. Basaltic rocks, however, are rich in these cations and poor in silica. Additionally, basaltic rocks are comprised of minerals that contain these divalent metal cations at far-from-equilibrium states. A far-from-equilibrium state means that the reaction rates occur faster than normal because the ion activity product is far away from the equilibrium constant. This translates into high dissolution rates of these metals compared to other types of rocks.
- Bicarbonate is naturally produced by the reaction of CO2 with water (H2O) The first step for this rock-fluid interaction is that carbonic acid (H2CO3) can dissociate into bicarbonate (HCO3 −) and proton (H+) ions, lowering the pH of water, as shown in equations (1) and (2) below.
- Divalent metal cations in the water may precipitate as carbonates (Ca, Mg, Fe)CO3 as follows:
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(Ca,Mg,Fe)2+(aq)+H2CO3→(Ca,Mg,Fe)CO3(s)+2H+(aq). (3) - The reaction in equation (3) occurs if the hydrogen ions are consumed by another reaction. Equations (4) and (5) below present two non-limiting examples of minerals that are commonly present in reactive basalts, including forsterite (Mg2SiO4) and plagioclase (CaAl2Si2O8). The consumption of the free hydrogen in the reactions releases new divalent metal cations into the water. The free cations then react with the CO2-water mixture (see equation (3)) to precipitate as carbonates.
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Mg2SiO4(s)+4H++(aq)→2Mg2+(aq)+H2O+SiO2(aq) (4) -
CaAl2Si2O8(s)+8H+(aq)→Ca2+2Al3+(aq)+4H2O+2SiO2(aq) (5) - Therefore, parameters that control the mineralization include presence of reactive minerals and formation of carbonic acid. Additionally, depth of the geological formation is another parameter. As depth increases, pressure increases and the CO2 becomes dense. Eventually the solubility of CO2 in brine is enhanced. Furthermore, temperature is another parameter that affects the mineralization process for CO2 sequestration. The temperature enhances the reactivity, such that at high temperatures, CO2 mineralizes faster.
- In the past, various water chemistries (brines) have been used to maintain CO2 solubility during injection into geological formations while promoting carbonate formation. There are various parameters to consider in maintaining CO2 during injection downhole, such as temperature, pressure, and salt concentrations. It has been determined that a low salinity water (LSW) fluid, more specifically a sulfate containing LSW fluid, may be effective for controlling these factors while increasing CO2 solubility. Sulfate, or sulfate plus additional aqueous ions, enhances CO2 solubility and may be effectively injected into and react with various basalt formations.
- To enhance its solubility, CO2 may be co-injected into basaltic formations with a low salinity brine fluid having specific aqueous ions according to one or more embodiments of the present disclosure. The low salinity brine fluid may act to increase the amount of the dissolved CO2, reduce the volume of water used, and expedite mineralization for enhanced CO2 storage. Furthermore, the formulation of the low salinity solution, such as the type of aqueous ions included and their amounts, may be adjusted based on the target basaltic formation and/or other conditions, as allowing for customization of the injection solution to enhance CO2 sequestration.
- As reported, the solubility of CO2 is salinity dependent. As salinity decreases, solubility of CO2 in water increases. Generally, CO2 solubility in brine decreases as salinity increases due to the so-called “salting out” effect. Comparisons between different salinities reveal that CO2 solubility decreases nearly 49% when the salinity increases from 0 to 4 mol aqueous NaCl solutions. Given the same temperature and pressure conditions, more CO2 can be dissolved in low salinity water (LSW) solutions than high salinity water (HSW) solutions. Less water is needed when LSW is used for the same amount of CO2 available and under the same temperature and pressure conditions. Therefore, the use of a LSW solution is advantageous in an environment with limited water resources and/or to reduce water usage. In addition, when more CO2 is dissolved in water, the pH of the water decreases. A parameter that enhances the reactivity of carbonated water with rock minerals is the acidity of the water. As a result, it is expected that when more CO2 is dissolved in water, reactivity and, thus, mineralization may be expedited.
- The method according to embodiments of the present disclosure may accelerate formation of solid carbonate minerals compared to existing injection solutions with the use of a specific low salinity solution that increases CO2 solubility. In other words, use of the low salinity solution may enhance the efficiency of the mineralization process for CO2 sequestration.
- Several brine solutions were used to evaluate the CO2 solubility in experimental studies. The results of the studies are presented in the table in
FIG. 2 . The brine solutions evaluated include a high salinity water (HSW) solution and three low salinity water (LSW) solutions (LSW1, LSW2, LSW3). The table shows non-limiting examples of aqueous ions that may be utilized in preparing the LSW solution. As can be appreciated by one skilled in the art, other aqueous ions may also be used as additives to the LSW solution in addition to those listed inFIG. 2 . - In one embodiment, the HSW solution contains water and the following ions: sodium (Na+), calcium (Ca2+), magnesium (Mg2+), sulfate (SO4 2−), chloride (Cl−), and bicarbonate (HCO3 −). LSW solution 1 includes only Na+ and HCO3 − ions. LSW solution 2 and LSW solution 3 include a combination of Na+, HCO3 −, Ca2+, Mg2+, SO4 2−, and Cl− in different amounts. The composition of the LSW solutions in
FIG. 2 are provided only as examples and are not intended to limit the types or amounts of ions that may be utilized. As shown inFIG. 2 , LSW solution 2 has a similar TDS value as LSW solution 1. The TDS value for LSW solution 3 is approximately 50% lower than the TDS of LSW solutions 1 and 2. Each of the LSW solutions presented inFIG. 2 has a TDS value significantly less than the TDS value of the HSW solution. (e.g., 57,670 parts per million (ppm) compared to 5,761 ppm). - In one or more embodiments, the salinity range for the LSW solution is 3,000 to 6,000 ppm TDS. In one or more embodiments, the range of aqueous ions that may be used in preparing the LSW is as follows: sodium ions: 1,000 to 2,000 ppm; calcium ions: 10 to 100 ppm; magnesium ions: 25 to 250 ppm; sulfate ions: 200 to 4,000 ppm, and chloride ions: 1,500 to 3,500 ppm.
- As can be appreciated by one skilled in the art, different LSW solutions having different compositions may be implemented depending on the basaltic formation and conditions surrounding the formation. The conversion of CO2 into carbonate minerals is related to the success of CO2 storage in basaltic formations. As CO2 dissolves in brine, it decomposes into H+ and HCO3 −. Mineralization of CO2 into carbonate minerals occurs from a combination of water-CO2 mixtures and divalent metal cations (e.g., Ca2+, Mg2+, Fe2+). These cations are present in formation waters but are present in dilute concentrations. One or more of these ions may be added in higher concentrations to enhance CO2 mineralization.
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FIG. 3 is a table illustrating computed results from geochemical modeling of CO2 solubility in brine when an LSW solution is used compared to a HSW solution. The table lists CO2 solubility values (in moles of CO2 per kilogram (kg) brine) for an example LSW solution (LSW1 inFIG. 2 ) and an example HSW solution obtained at different pressures (14.7 psi, 500 psi, 1000 psi, 2000 psi, and 3000 psi). Different pressures were used in the experimental studies to show how pressure significantly affects solubility of CO2 in water. As pressure increases, density of CO2 increases as well. The increase in CO2 density decreases the difference between the water density and the CO2 density. This decrease in the difference eventually reduces the surface tension between the water and the CO2. As a result, more CO2 is expected to be dissolved in water as pressure increases. - The results in
FIG. 3 show an increase in CO2 solubility in brine when the LSW solution is used compared to the HSW solution at all pressures tested. Specifically, the results show a 27% increase in CO2 solubility when the LSW solution is used. Thus, by changing the salinity of the solution, the solubility of CO2 may be improved. - In one or more embodiments, the LSW solution may be prepared by adding a desired amount of Na2SO4 salt to naturally available fresh water, such as lake water, river water, or reverse osmosis (RO) product water. For example, Na2SO4 salt may be added to and mixed with RO product water using specific mixing equipment at a facility near injection wells. Alternatively, shallow aquifer wells may be drilled, and groundwater may be produced and transported to the targeted field. In this embodiment, mixing may occur near the injection wells using specific mixing equipment and facility. Water may be transported via pipelines from any suitable water location to injection wells.
- In addition, the LSW solution may be prepared by blending a small volume of sulfate-rich rejected stream (generated from the seawater treatment using nanofiltration) with fresh water. The sulfate ions precipitated from either seawater or produced water based on chemical precipitation methods may also be added to fresh water to prepare the LSW solution and subsequently dissolve larger volumes of CO2 for injection into basaltic formations. The LSW solution may also be prepared by adding other ions, in any combination, to water as described below.
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FIG. 4 is a flow diagram illustrating the method for enhanced CO2 sequestration in geological formations, such as basalt, according to some embodiments of the present disclosure. In a step (400), a CO2-brine solution is prepared by dissolving CO2 in a low salinity fluid. For the purposes of this disclosure, the CO2-brine solution and the LSW solution refer to the same solution. The CO2-brine solution is injected into a geological formation, such as basaltic rock, in a step (402). The CO2-brine solution may be mixed and prepared immediately before injection. In a step (404), the CO2 in the CO2-brine solution reacts with the geological formation to produce solid carbonate minerals. - Although only a few example embodiments have been described in detail above, those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that many modifications are possible in the example embodiments without materially departing from this invention. Accordingly, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this disclosure as defined in the following claims. In the claims, means-plus-function clauses are intended to cover the structures described herein as performing the recited function and not only structural equivalents, but also equivalent structures. Thus, although a nail and a screw may not be structural equivalents in that a nail employs a cylindrical surface to secure wooden parts together, whereas a screw employs a helical surface, in the environment of fastening wooden parts, a nail and a screw may be equivalent structures. It is the express intention of the applicant not to invoke 35 U.S.C. § 112(f) for any limitations of any of the claims herein, except for those in which the claim expressly uses the words ‘means for’ together with an associated function.
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1. A method for enhanced carbon dioxide (CO2) sequestration in geological formations, the method comprising:
dissolving CO2 in a low salinity fluid to form a CO2-brine solution;
injecting the CO2-brine solution into a geological formation; and
reacting the CO2 with the geological formation to produce solid carbonate minerals, wherein the low salinity fluid comprises sodium (Na+) ions in a range of 1,000 to 2,000parts per million (ppm) and sulfate (SO4 2−) ions in a range of 200 to 4,000 ppm.
2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the low salinity fluid further comprises calcium (Ca2+) ions in a range of 10 to 100 ppm.
3. The method according to claim 2 , wherein the low salinity fluid further comprises (Mg2+) ions in a range of 25 to 250 ppm.
4. The method according to claim 3 , wherein the low salinity fluid further comprises chloride (Cl−) ions in a range of 1,500 to 3,500 ppm.
5. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the low salinity fluid further comprises magnesium (Mg2+) ions in a range of 25 to 250 ppm.
6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the low salinity fluid further comprises chloride (Cl−) ions in a range of 1,500 to 3,500 ppm.
7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the geological formation is a basaltic formation.
8. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising preparing the low salinity fluid with seawater.
9. The method according to claim 1 , further comprising preparing the low salinity fluid with groundwater.
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